We've had a few things happen this last week that have really reminded us how fragile and unpredictable life really is. Sometimes we go from day to day taking everything and everyone for granted.
Thanks to everyone who called to check up on us after the news of the tornadoes hit. We are just fine, thankfully, but we do know some people who lost everything. The closest tornado to us was 10 miles north. That really isn't that far away considering it took a 35 mile long path and was a mile wide. We got some pretty good sized hail while it was happening and the clouds were really dark and as Devin said, "mean looking".
There were many families who lost their homes and businesses. It has been interesting to watch the attitudes and morale of these people. The first day they were in shock and the tears came freely. The next day there was a lot of anger and bitterness. Now, there is an attitude of teamwork and neighborly love. They are helping each other salvage what they can and move on with life.
Then Friday evening we found out that some friends from another ward had been in a bad accident as they were driving across Wyoming to Utah. They hit some black ice and rolled their van. The 12 year old daughter was killed and the father was in a coma. The mother and other 2 children were banged up but would be okay. Very sombering news to say the least. But once again, the range of emotions have gone from shock to anger to pulling together.
These have both been major tragedies for sure. We never know what trials we will be asked to face. Some will be major, and others will be comparatively minor. What matters is that we know that we are not alone. We will be in shock and ask "why me?" We may be angry and doubt ourselves and our abilities. But I think the most important thing to remember is that we never have to be alone. We have friends and family who would sacrifice anything they have to help. And most importantly our Heavenly Father is there to comfort and bless us in ways that only He can. And through our darkest times, because we have the gospel and our testimonies, we know that life will go on. It has to.
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Thanks so much Jamece. I remember how you used to write poems way back when. You probably still do. I'd love to hear some of them again. You have such a way with words. Thanks for reminding me to be thankful and humble before the Lord who knows all and will support us in all our trials and tribulations.
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